Gulfa Mineral Water and Processing Industries in Ajman is seeking an experienced QA Supervisor to oversee quality assurance and quality control operations across production, filling, packaging, and warehouse functions. As a QA Supervisor, you’ll ensure product quality compliance, implement HACCP and ISO 22000 standards, conduct inspections, investigate quality issues, lead audits, and supervise QA teams. This leadership role offers meaningful opportunity to maintain the highest water quality standards serving UAE consumers through Gulfa’s naturally mineral-enriched water.
About Gulfa Mineral Water — Heritage Water Leader
Company Heritage: Founded 1975 as first water company in GCC region
Water Excellence: Naturally flowing mineral water from Masfout wells for centuries
Market Leadership: Raising standards of water consumption across Gulf region
Natural Source: Mineral-enriched water providing premium quality assurance
Quality Vision: Delivering safe, pure, naturally-sourced mineral water to consumers
QA Supervisor Role — Quality Leadership Focus
Supervision Scope: Overseeing daily QA/QC activities across production and operations
Quality Assurance: Ensuring compliance with food safety, HACCP, ISO 22000 standards
Team Leadership: Supervising QA inspectors and laboratory technicians
Compliance Management: Maintaining adherence to local and regulatory requirements
QA Supervisor Position Overview
The QA Supervisor position at Gulfa Mineral Water offers a strategic leadership role ensuring water quality excellence across all operations. You’ll supervise daily quality assurance activities, monitor production processes, conduct comprehensive inspections, implement HACCP and ISO 22000 systems, manage laboratory testing, investigate quality issues, lead internal audits, supervise QA teams, and drive continuous improvement. This role requires extensive QA/QC experience, strong knowledge of water quality standards, food safety management, leadership capability, and ability to coordinate across production, maintenance, procurement, and warehouse departments.
As a QA Supervisor, you’ll serve as quality leader ensuring Gulfa’s mineral water meets highest safety and quality standards. You’ll conduct inspections, manage corrective actions, train staff on quality practices, analyze quality data, support regulatory audits, and supervise team performance. Your quality leadership directly impacts product safety, regulatory compliance, customer satisfaction, and Gulfa’s reputation as water industry leader in the UAE.
Why This Role Matters: As QA Supervisor at Gulfa Mineral Water, you ensure water safety protecting consumers, maintain ISO 22000 and HACCP standards, lead QA teams ensuring quality excellence, conduct critical water quality testing, manage corrective actions reducing risks, advance QA leadership with water industry leader, and contribute to water safety standards protecting UAE consumers.
Key Responsibilities & Quality Supervision Duties
Daily QA/QC Supervision & Operations
- Supervise daily Quality Assurance and Quality Control activities in production operations
- Oversee filling, packaging, and warehouse quality control functions
- Ensure all products meet company quality standards and specifications
- Monitor production processes maintaining hygiene and GMP standards
- Ensure customer requirements and expectations are consistently met
Product Inspections & Quality Control
- Conduct regular inspections of raw materials and packaging materials
- Perform production line inspections ensuring quality standards
- Execute finished goods inspections before distribution
- Monitor product quality parameters throughout manufacturing
- Document inspection results and maintain quality records
Food Safety & Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and water quality standards
- Implement and maintain HACCP systems across operations
- Manage ISO 22000 Food Safety Management System implementation
- Ensure adherence to local municipality and food safety authority regulations
- Monitor Critical Control Points (CCPs) and manage deviations
Laboratory Testing & Water Quality Management
- Coordinate laboratory testing for water quality analysis
- Support microbiological analysis and testing procedures
- Oversee food product specification testing and verification
- Manage calibration of quality testing equipment
- Maintain proper laboratory instrument maintenance
Quality Issues & Corrective Actions
- Investigate customer complaints and quality issues thoroughly
- Analyze non-conformance reports and root causes
- Implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
- Track CAPA implementation until proper closure
- Prevent recurrence of quality issues through preventive measures
Documentation & Quality Records Management
- Prepare and maintain comprehensive QA documentation
- Maintain inspection reports and quality logs
- Develop and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Maintain audit records and compliance documentation
- Ensure product traceability and batch coding accuracy
Internal & External Audits
- Lead internal quality audits across operations
- Support external audits by regulatory authorities
- Coordinate certification body audits
- Prepare audit documentation and evidence
- Implement audit findings and corrective actions
Team Leadership & Staff Training
- Supervise QA inspectors and laboratory technicians
- Ensure proper shift coverage and task execution
- Train production and hygiene staff on quality standards
- Educate staff on food safety practices and procedures
- Develop team capabilities and knowledge
Facility & Equipment Management
- Monitor pest control programs and schedules
- Ensure sanitation and factory cleanliness standards
- Support maintenance of quality testing equipment
- Verify shelf-life monitoring and recall procedures
- Maintain contamination risk prevention measures
Qualifications & Requirements
Professional Experience
- Minimum 5 years of experience in QA/QC within FMCG industry
- Experience in bottled water, beverage, or food manufacturing
- Background in quality assurance and quality control operations
- Proven supervisory and team leadership experience
Technical Knowledge & Standards
- Strong knowledge of HACCP principles and implementation
- In-depth understanding of ISO 22000 standards
- Comprehensive knowledge of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)
- Knowledge of food safety standards and water quality regulations
- Experience in water testing and microbiological standards
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Food Technology
- Bachelor’s Degree in Microbiology
- Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or related field
- Equivalent professional qualification in food science
Professional Skills
- Strong leadership and team management abilities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities
- Ability to handle audits and documentation
- Proficiency in MS Office and quality reporting systems
Career Development & Benefits
Leadership Growth
- Opportunities for advancement to Quality Manager positions
- Development of supervisory and team leadership skills
- Exposure to water industry operations and standards
- Path to senior quality management roles
Professional Development
- Training in advanced HACCP and ISO 22000 implementation
- Professional development in quality management systems
- Industry certifications and specialized training
- Leadership development programs
About Gulfa Mineral Water — Water Heritage Excellence
Gulfa Mineral Water represents over 50 years of heritage as the first water company established in the GCC region in 1975. The company draws naturally flowing mineral water from ancient wells in Masfout that have flowed through centuries, providing premium mineral-enriched water. Gulfa stands as water industry leader raising consumption standards across the Gulf region through commitment to quality excellence, natural purity, and consumer satisfaction. The organization values quality leadership, food safety excellence, and continuous improvement in water production operations.
Career Excellence at Gulfa Mineral Water: Build QA leadership career with GCC water industry heritage company, manage water quality and safety, lead QA teams ensuring excellence, work with naturally-sourced mineral water, advance quality leadership in water industry, supervise operations across production and manufacturing, and contribute to water safety standards protecting UAE consumers through Gulfa’s premium natural mineral water.
Who Should Apply?
- QA Managers: With 5+ years FMCG/water industry experience
- Quality Supervisors: From beverage or food manufacturing
- Water Quality Specialists: With HACCP and ISO expertise
- QA Team Leaders: Seeking advancement to supervisory roles
- Food Safety Professionals: With team leadership background
- Laboratory Managers: Transitioning to QA supervision
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